1206: Chapter 1206 Han Zhao VS Blood Demon

Vice Marshal Han Zhao gritted his teeth, his long blade dancing like the wind, parrying, counterattacking, then parrying again!

"Clang, clang, clang, clang—!"

The dense sounds of clashing weapons were like a torrential downpour striking iron tiles, with sparks constantly exploding between the two.

Vice Marshal Han Zhao's sword technique was rigid and overbearing, every strike carrying immense spiritual power, heavy and forceful; while the Blood Demon's blood blade was nimble and strange, like quicksilver pouring upon the ground, penetrating every gap.

The two moved and shifted through the Void Realm, every collision blasting out ripples of visible shockwaves.

The surrounding meteorite fragments were sent scattering, and even the soldiers in the distance had to retreat to avoid being caught in the aftermath.

But gradually, Vice Marshal Han Zhao discovered a fact that chilled his heart—he was being suppressed.

The Blood Demon's movement technique was too strange.

His figure would sometimes drift like blood mist, and sometimes condense like a sharp blade, shifting between reality and illusion, making it hard to distinguish truth from falsehood.

Every time Vice Marshal Han Zhao struck out with his blade, clearly feeling he had locked onto his opponent, he would always miss at the final moment, while the Blood Demon's counterattacks always appeared from the most devious angles.

What was even more terrifying was the Blood Demon's Physical Body.

Vice Marshal Han Zhao had several opportunities where his long blade struck the Blood Demon's body head-on.

For an ordinary Tier 5 Powerhouse, this would have resulted in severe injury, if not death.

But the Blood Demon only paused slightly, then continued his attack as if nothing had happened.

The body beneath that blood armor seemed forged from steel, incredibly tough.

"Is this all you've got?" The Blood Demon's voice rang in Vice Marshal Han Zhao's ears, carrying a hint of mockery. "You want to use me to establish your prestige?"

Vice Marshal Han Zhao's face turned livid. He didn't say a word, his long blade becoming increasingly fierce. But he knew in his heart that if this continued, he would undoubtedly be defeated.

The Blood Demon's attacks grew increasingly fierce.

His movement technique became faster and faster, the arcs traced by his blood blade becoming more and more strange, as if an invisible blood net was slowly enveloping Vice Marshal Han Zhao.

Every strike carried a shriek that tore through the Void Realm, and the blood-colored mist on the blade's edge grew thicker, spreading out and blurring Vice Marshal Han Zhao's vision.

Vice Marshal Han Zhao's breathing began to quicken.

His sword technique remained rigid and forceful, but he was gradually unable to keep up with the Blood Demon's rhythm.

Every parry became strained, and every counterattack was easily neutralized.

His body was already covered in several wounds of varying depths, and blood had soaked his battle robe.

On the Blood Demon's blood blade, that blood wriggled like a living creature, slowly absorbed by the blade, making the bloody light even more eerie.

He couldn't hide it any longer. Vice Marshal Han Zhao gritted his teeth, a flash of determination in his eyes.

He suddenly forced the Blood Demon back with a strike, retreated dozens of yards, and reached into his robe with his left hand, pulling out a warm jade talisman.

This was one of the trump cards Empress Xi had bestowed upon the vanguard army—the Empress Xi Seal.

Carved with dense runes, golden light faintly flowed upon the jade talisman.

This was a secret treasure personally refined by Empress Xi, containing a wisp of Empress Xi's power, capable of erupting with astonishing might at a critical moment.

Vice Marshal Han Zhao had not wanted to use this item. It was his final trump card; using it here felt like a waste.

But at this moment, if he didn't use it, he feared he wouldn't even have the chance to do so.

"Empress Xi above, grant me Divine Might!" Vice Marshal Han Zhao shouted in a low voice, suddenly crushing the jade talisman!

"Boom—!" Golden light erupted suddenly, like a scorching sun bursting, illuminating the entire meteorite belt!

That light surged into Vice Marshal Han Zhao's body, and the Aura around him climbed at an astonishing speed!

Spiritual light surged, his Aura like a rainbow, as if a war god had descended to the mortal world!

His previously exhausted body was now refilled with strength, even more powerful than at its Peak.

The long blade in his hand also underwent a change, with golden patterns appearing on the blade, radiating a heart-palpitating pressure.

The Blood Demon's offensive paused slightly, a flash of surprise crossing his eyes.

"Empress Xi's methods?" he said in a low voice, his tone carrying a hint of amusement. "This is somewhat interesting."

Vice Marshal Han Zhao did not answer. He took a deep breath, feeling the surging power within his body, and a cold, sharp arc curled at the corner of his mouth.

"Blood Demon, die!"

Before the words faded, Vice Marshal Han Zhao shot forward!

This time, his speed reached the extreme, almost turning into a streak of golden light.

The long blade swung down, the blade glow expanding a hundred yards, carrying the power to destroy heaven and earth, striking directly at the Blood Demon's head!

The Blood Demon's eyes narrowed, and he blocked with his blood blade.

"Clang—!" A massive sound exploded, and the shockwave swept across all directions like a tsunami!

The Blood Demon was forced back dozens of yards by this strike, his hand slightly numb.

He looked down at his blood blade, and a tiny crack had actually appeared on the blade.

"Not bad." He raised his head, the Battle Intent in his eyes becoming increasingly intense. "Now this is worth it."

Vice Marshal Han Zhao did not let up, slashing his long blade continuously, each strike faster than the last, each strike heavier than the last!

The golden blade glow poured down like a torrential storm, enveloping the Blood Demon.

Every strike carried the lingering might of Empress Xi's power, far exceeding its previous intensity.

Although the Blood Demon's blood blade remained strange and devious, in the face of absolute power, the advantage of his movement technique was greatly diminished.

The two clashed again, and this time, the momentum of the battle was reversed.

Vice Marshal Han Zhao fought with increasing courage, and as his long blade danced, the golden blade glow cut the surrounding Void Realm into pieces.

The Blood Demon fought while retreating, weaving an impenetrable blood-colored net with his blade in front of him, struggling to resist the storm-like attacks.

"Clang, clang, clang, clang—!"

The sounds of clashing weapons were as dense as drumbeats, sparks flying everywhere, spiritual power and blood energy colliding and intertwining, blasting out ripples of destructive force.

The two were locked in a stalemate, and for a while, it was impossible to tell who was superior.

Vice Marshal Han Zhao held the advantage in power, each strike unstoppable; while the Blood Demon relied on his strange movement technique and formidable Physical Body to forcibly endure wave after wave of fierce attacks.

Everyone on the battlefield had their gazes drawn to this battle.

Whether it was the soldiers of the Bright Alliance or the monsters of the Demon Beast Army, they all stopped their slaughter in unison, looking up at the two figures entangled in the Void Realm.

The golden blade glow and the blood-colored blade light intertwined in the starry sky, forming a breathtaking picture.

And in the deepest part of the distant army formation, Luo Xiu stood atop the flagship, his white hair drifting gently in the void wind.

He seemed completely uninterested in this battle, his eyes slightly closed, as if resting.

But a faint arc always hung at the corner of his mouth. It was disdain, and also an expectation for a larger prey that had been awaited for a long time.

The Shadow beside him slowly withdrew his gaze from the distant battlefield, turned his head slightly, and spoke in an unhurried voice:

"Lord Luo Xiu, apart from the Bright Alliance army approaching from the front, several top-tier factions and the Alliance have also dispatched troops.

According to the Shadow's investigation, at least four factions are currently surrounding this region, gathering powerhouses, with armies pressing down."

He paused, then added: "Judging by their marching routes, they intend to trap our army here and annihilate us in one fell swoop."